Chasing Light Through Darkness By Caleb Snow 28

Chasing Light Through Darkness By Caleb Snow 28 Summary

 

In this chapter, Javier publicly declares at a press conference that he is cutting all ties with Milena, even if she is carrying his child, and insists that Saina is the only daughter-in-law he recognizes. He praises Saina for her unwavering support during his darkest times, despite their legal divorce, and expresses that she remains the only woman he has ever loved. Watching this unfold on television, Saina reacts with bitter amusement, sensing the tragic irony of the situation.

 

Following Javier’s announcement, his biological father severs business ties with the Gayle Family, causing other clients to follow suit out of fear. This leads to the gradual collapse of the once-powerful Gayle Group. Meanwhile, Saina’s former mother-in-law becomes gravely ill due to the scandal and financial ruin, repeatedly seeking to see Saina. Eventually, Saina agrees to visit her, and during this meeting, the mother-in-law apologizes deeply for the wrongs done to Saina and expresses a wish to be mother and daughter again in another life.

 

At this emotional reunion, Javier appears desperate and broken, pleading with Saina for one last chance, promising never to betray her again. However, the tense moment is interrupted by Milena, who confronts Javier with her pregnancy and threatens to expose him for the death of Selena Lorraine if he tries to be with Saina. Milena insists Javier take responsibility for her and their child, revealing her fierce determination and love for him, despite his financial downfall.

 

The confrontation escalates quickly as Javier angrily denies her demands and accuses her of humiliating him. Milena counters by threatening to reveal his darkest secret and vows that if he won’t be with her, he will suffer grave consequences. The chapter ends with a violent clash as Javier, overwhelmed by anger, strikes Milena, leaving her bleeding and nearly collapsing against the wall.

 

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Chapter 8

“I want to be absolutely clear,” Javier declared firmly during the press conference. “Even if Milena is carrying my child, we will not accept the baby. From this moment onward, I am severing all ties with her completely.”

His voice carried a cold finality that left no room for argument. “The only daughter-in-law I recognize is Saina. In the darkest chapter of my life, Saina stood by me unwaveringly. She cared for me as if I were her own mother, tending to me for three long years. She will forever be the savior of the Gayle Family.”

Javier’s expression hardened as he added, “I am ending everything with Milena Sanders. Although Saina and I are legally divorced, she remains the only woman I have ever loved.”

I sat quietly in front of the television, watching his words unfold with a bitter smile twisting my lips. Every time his eyes glistened with unshed tears, I felt an odd urge to laugh, as if the whole scene were some tragic play.

Meanwhile, my biological father cut off all business dealings with the Gayle Family. Other clients, fearful of crossing him, followed suit. Slowly but surely, the once-powerful Gayle Group began to crumble under the weight of these losses.

My former mother-in-law came knocking repeatedly, desperate to see me, but I refused every time. The scandal and the financial ruin had crushed her spirit, and her old illness flared up again. She grew dangerously ill, her life hanging by a fragile thread.

In the end, she begged for one final meeting. Despite everything, I agreed to visit her—for the years when she had been a kind mother-in-law, I owed her that much.

That same day, I saw Javier again.

He looked gaunt, unshaven, and utterly lost. When our eyes met, he appeared like a child caught in the act of some grave mistake. His eyes were red and swollen with tears.

My ex-mother-in-law grasped my hand weakly. Summoning the last of her strength, she whispered, “Saina, the Gayle Family has wronged you deeply. I failed to protect you. I am truly sorry. You don’t need to forgive my son. Just live your life the way you want.”

Her voice trembled as she added, “I only hope that in the next life, we might be mother and daughter once again.”

Seeing her so broken, I nodded silently, tears spilling down my cheeks.

Suddenly, Javier clutched my wrist, desperation flooding his face. He seemed terrified I might heed his mother’s words and reject his apology. “Saina, I’m losing myself without you. Life without you is worse than death.”

His voice cracked as he pleaded, “I swear I won’t betray you again. Just give me one last chance. Please, just one.”

I was about to pull my hand away when Milena appeared behind him.

Her belly was gently rounded, a clear sign of her pregnancy. Her eyes burned with cold determination as she confronted him. “Javier, if you even think about being with her, I’ll report you for killing Selena Lorraine.”

Javier turned sharply, surprise flickering across his face. “I sent you abroad. Why have you come back?”

Milena laughed bitterly, refusing to back down. “I came back because I wanted to. Why should I stay away?”

“You provoked me,” she said firmly. “You told me you loved me and that you’d take responsibility. Now I’m carrying your child. You have to take responsibility for me and the baby.”

His temper flared. “I’m going broke. What else do you want from me? If you stay, you’ll only humiliate yourself.”

“You forget how kind I’ve been,” Milena warned, her face growing icy. Pointing a finger at him, she hissed, “You think I’m with you for money? Even if you lose everything, I love you! You belong to me!”

“I love you more than Saina, more than anyone else in this world!” Javier shouted.

“It’s not that I forced you,” she retorted fiercely. “You forced me!”

“I’m giving you one last chance, Javier. Make Saina leave, or I will expose that you threw Selena into the cage with a hundred wild dogs.”

“A life for a life,” she threatened, her eyes cold and unyielding. “If you won’t be with me, then you will die.”

Suddenly, a sharp slap echoed through the room.

Javier couldn’t take it any longer. Veins bulging on his forehead, he struck Milena hard.

She staggered back, nearly collapsing against the wall as blood trickled from the corner of her mouth.

Conclusion

 

The chapter closes on a tumultuous note, capturing the raw intensity of broken promises, unyielding love, and the devastating consequences of past actions. Javier’s desperate pleas and Milena’s fierce determination highlight the fragile and volatile nature of their intertwined fates. Amidst the chaos, Saina’s quiet strength and compassion shine through, even as she grapples with the scars left by betrayal and loss. The emotional weight of the Gayle family’s unraveling underscores the profound impact of loyalty and forgiveness, painting a poignant picture of hearts caught in the crossfire of love and vengeance.

 

In these moments of despair and confrontation, the story reveals the complexity of human emotions—how love can both heal and destroy, and how the pursuit of truth often comes at a painful cost. The chapter leaves us suspended in a fragile balance between hope and despair, reminding us that even in the darkest of times, the choices made by each character will shape the path forward. The echoes of their struggles linger, inviting reflection on the enduring power of redemption and the resilience of the human spirit.

 

What to Expect in Next Chapter?

 

The tension that has been simmering beneath the surface now erupts with devastating force, leaving readers on the edge of their seats. In the next chapter, the fragile balance between Javier, Saina, and Milena will be pushed to its breaking point, as hidden motives and raw emotions collide. The consequences of Javier’s violent outburst promise to ripple through their lives, threatening to unravel everything they thought they knew about loyalty, love, and betrayal.

 

Saina’s response to the chaos unfolding around her will reveal new depths of strength and vulnerability, challenging her to confront painful truths and make impossible choices. Meanwhile, the looming threat of Milena’s accusations hangs like a dark cloud, promising to ignite further conflict and test the limits of forgiveness and justice. As alliances shift and secrets come to light, the next chapter will plunge deeper into the shadows that haunt the Gayle family, leaving readers desperate to see who will emerge from the darkness and who will be consumed by it.